A central Belfast bar has issued a statement after nine people were taken to hospital after falling ill at the pub last night.
Emergency services were called to The Morning Star in Pottinger’s Entry just before 7am on Tuesday night (June 4).
It’s understood the customers started to feel ill after chemicals were used to clear a blocked sink in the kitchen.
“Thanks for all the messages of concern. Those affected were treated as a precaution and happy to say no major issues.
“Sorry to all our great customers who we had to ask to leave this evening, as the emergency services dealt with the issue.
“Business as usual tomorrow and as an apology all pints £3,” read the statement.
Thanks for all the messages of concern. Those affected were treated as a precaution and happy to say no major issues….
Posted by The Morning Star on Tuesday, June 4, 2019